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These 5 evening habits will give you unwanted belly fat

As the holidays approach, the perennial concern about belly fat resurfaces, seeming to linger stubbornly despite our best efforts. Eathis magazine, in collaboration with experts, has identified several evening habits that might be fueling the accumulation of unwanted belly fat.

1. A Nightly Glass of Milk:
While a warm glass of milk has long been touted as a sleep aid due to its high tryptophan content, it’s important to consider its calorie load. Consuming a glass of milk before bed, even if it’s skim milk, can contribute to belly fat accumulation. During sleep, when the body should be in a regenerative state, providing it with excess energy in the form of calories from milk can lead to unwanted fat storage.

2. Late-Night Social Media Scrolling:
Scrolling through social media before bedtime exposes us to blue light, which disrupts our circadian rhythm and suppresses melatonin production, making it harder to fall asleep. This habit can lead to late-night snacking and hormonal disruptions, ultimately promoting fat storage.

3. Late-night Coffee Consumption:
Consuming caffeine too close to bedtime can interfere with sleep quality, potentially leading to weight gain. Studies suggest that drinking coffee six hours before bedtime can disrupt sleep and increase levels of ghrelin, the hunger hormone, leading to overeating and weight gain.

4. Late-night TV Binging:
While indulging in a movie marathon or binge-watching our favorite TV shows can be enjoyable, it can also contribute to belly fat. Late-night TV viewing disrupts our circadian rhythm and often leads to mindless snacking on unhealthy foods, further exacerbating weight gain.

5. Eating Before Bed:
Consuming food late at night can disrupt digestion and interfere with the body’s overnight regeneration process. Late-night eating negatively impacts glycemic control, leading to fluctuations in blood sugar levels and promoting fat storage. Additionally, it can cause heartburn and indigestion, making it harder to fall asleep and leading to unhealthy cravings the next day.

By addressing these evening habits, we can take proactive steps to support our health and avoid unwanted belly fat accumulation.

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